Wayne Village
Key Takeaway
Wayne Village is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 68.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 133 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 601 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | ME00370 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wayne
Local Government
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Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wayne Village?
Wayne Village is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wayne Village?
Wayne Village is owned by Wayne (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne Village built?
Wayne Village was completed in 1850, making it 176 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Wayne Village?
Wayne Village serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wayne Village?
Wayne Village has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Wayne Village last inspected?
Wayne Village was last inspected on July 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.